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Deyett Family History

Deyett Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Jewett, Deetz, Dement, Meyette, Huyett, Evett, Dennett, Yett, Boyett

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Where is the Deyett family from?

You can see how Deyett families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Deyett family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Deyett families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 11 Deyett families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Deyett's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Deyett families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 204 census records available for the last name Deyett. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Deyett census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 14 immigration records available for the last name Deyett. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 18 military records available for the last name Deyett. For the veterans among your Deyett ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Deyett lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1999, in the United States, Deyett life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Deyett in 1973 was 67, and 81 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Deyett ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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